Section 23XC — Crimes Act 1914: Procedure at hearing of application for interim order

(1) If the application is made in person, or by telephone or radio or other form of oral communication, the magistrate must ensure that: (a) the suspect; and (b) the suspect’s legal representative, if any; and (c) the suspect’s interview friend, if any; are given an opportunity to speak to the magistrate. (2) If the application is made by telex, fax or other form of written communication, the magistrate must ensure that: (a) the suspect; and (b) the suspect’s legal representative, if any; and (c) the suspect’s interview friend, if any; are given an opportunity to make a written submission to accompany the application, or to speak to the magistrate by telephone, radio or other form of oral communication.